Athletic Trainer

Department of Human Resources Job Title: Athletic Trainer Wage/Hour Status: Exempt Reports to: Principal / Athletic Coordinator Pay Grade: Teacher Salary Schedule, 204 Days Dept./School: High School Assigned Date Revised: April 2025 Primary Purpose: Plan, coordinate, and supervise all components of the athletic training program for student athletes. Work under the direction of the team physician to prevent, recognize, assess, manage, treat, and recondition athletic injuries and illnesses. Qualifications: Minimum Education/Certification: Bachelor's degree Valid license from Texas Advisory Board of Athletic Trainers BOC Certified Athletic Trainer, preferred Valid Texas secondary level teaching certificate, preferred Current adult cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) and automated external defibrillator (AED) certification Special Knowledge/Skills: Knowledge of therapeutic modalities and injury prevention Ability to provide emergency care and rehabilitation for student athletic injuries Ability to instruct and supervise student athletes and assistants Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills Experience: None Major Responsibilities and Duties: Program Management

1. Plan and implement a comprehensive athletic injury and illness prevention program for student athletes.

2. Provide physical conditioning training to student athletes.

3. Attend practice sessions and athletic contests and prepare athletes using protective techniques and devices as needed.

4. Provide emergency or continued care and refer athletes to physician for definitive diagnosis and treatment.

5. Detect and resolve risks to athletes and determine continued participation in athletic events.

6. Develop and establish specific procedures to be carried out in the event of a medical emergency.

7. Provide health care information and counsel and instruct student athletes on subject matter related to athletic training.

8. Establish and maintain effective communication with students, parents, medical and paramedical personnel, coaches, and other staff. Rehabilitation/Reconditioning

9. Plan and implement a comprehensive rehabilitation and reconditioning program for injuries and illnesses sustained by student athletes.

10. Determine therapeutic goals and objectives for individual athletes, apply therapeutic modalities, and instruct athletes on proper use of exercise equipment.

11. Fit injured athletes with specialized equipment and oversee its use. Hays Consolidated Independent School District

12. Evaluate and record rehabilitation progress of athletes. Develop criteria for progression and return to practice and competition.

13. Follow and enforce professional, ethical, and legal parameters regarding use of drugs and therapeutic agents for treatment and rehabilitation of injured athletes. Administration

14. Coordinate scheduling of athletic physical examinations and screening.

15. Select, train, and supervise student assistants.

16. Compile, maintain, and file all reports, records, and other documents including medical, accident, and treatment records as required.

17. Maintain an inventory of training supplies and equipment. Requisition additional supplies as needed.

18. Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures. Supervisory Responsibilities: Direct the work of student trainer(s) Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors: Tools/Equipment Used: Exercise equipment and devices including stationary bike, pulleys, weights, whirlpool, paraffin bath, ultrasound equipment, and cold packs; automated external defibrillator (AED) Posture: Prolonged standing; frequent kneeling/squatting, bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twisting Motion: Continual walking; moderate reaching Lifting: Frequently moderate lifting or carrying (15-44 pounds) Environment: Work outside (exposure to sun, heat, cold, and inclement weather) and inside; exposure to noise; exposure to biological hazards, bacteria, and communicable diseases; frequent districtwide and statewide travel Mental Demands: Maintain emotional control under stress; frequent prolonged and irregular hours EEOC Statement: Hays Consolidated I.S.D. will not discriminate against any person in employment or exclude any person from participating in or receiving benefits of any of its activities or programs on any basis prohibited on the bases of race, religion, color, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), sexual orientation, parental status, national origin, age, disability, family medical history or genetic information, political affiliation, military service, or any other non-merit based factor. These protections extend to all management practices and decisions, including recruitment and hiring practices, appraisal systems, promotions, and training and career development programs. This document describes the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required. Positions are extended annually based upon availability of funding. Signature indicates acknowledgement of the receipt of aforementioned information. _______ Employee Name (please print) Date ______ Employee Signature Badge #